Deep Dive: Page 9
Industry insights from our journalists
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Self-defense becoming popular physical education component
Today’s curriculum is just as likely to include some Judo alongside kickball.
Lauren Barack • April 11, 2018 -
Policymakers, educators look for reasons behind NAEP results
While some states saw growth, overall there has been no improvement in the achievement gap, "despite billions in federal funding" to close it, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said.
Linda Jacobson • April 11, 2018 -
2017 NAEP sees almost no growth in US students' math, reading scores
There were small increases in reading performance among 8th-graders, including English learners and students with disabilities.
Linda Jacobson • April 10, 2018 -
DeVos school safety listening sessions give opposition chance to voice discipline concerns
Critics argue the "listening sessions," part of the federal Commission on School Safety, should have been open to the press and included those who represent students affected by discipline disparities.
Linda Jacobson • April 4, 2018 -
Use pop culture to shake the dust off any classroom lesson
Students are always more excited and engaged when they can relate to the material, teachers agree.
Lauren Barack • April 4, 2018 -
Houston ISD aims to address students' nonacademic needs through community schools
Former Superintendent Richard Carranza is set to take over as New York City schools chancellor, where he'll lead a much larger community schools effort.
Linda Jacobson • April 3, 2018 -
Math, ELA testing emphasis doesn't have to push out broader class options
Finding ways to "ally" different subjects can be key to their continued inclusion in a high-stakes assessment environment.
Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
After the Bell: DC charter schools extend the day to improve English learners' skills
A globally focused program connects students with their culture and improves their knowledge of the world.
Linda Jacobson • March 26, 2018 -
LGBTQ curriculum can turn schools into kinder — and safer — spaces
Teachers need support from administrators to produce the most effective LGBTQ curriculum for students.
Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018 -
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SXSWedu 2018: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza
Couldn't make it to Texas? We've rounded up all of our coverage of last week's show in one location for your convenience.
Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018 -
What educators need to know about literacy
Check out these five recent stories spotlighting challenges and strategies for getting students reading at level.
Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018 -
Institutional Innovation: The classroom of the future for all types of students
Northwest Missouri State University and the North Kansas City School District partnered with local businesses to construct a unique professional-based learning environment for kindergarten to postsecondary students.
Shalina Chatlani • March 15, 2018 -
Exploring civic engagement in the classroom
Students are taking to the streets, but how much do they know about the history of protest?
Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018 -
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SXSWedu panel tackles racial equity: 'Race impacts everybody'
Educators agreed that providing perspective and understanding among students and educators alike is key.
Roger Riddell • March 14, 2018 -
How P-16 education can increase women in STEM fields
During Women's History Month, we dive into the complexities of recruiting and retaining women in STEM fields — and why addressing the pipeline should come first.
Shalina Chatlani • March 14, 2018 -
UPDATED: Students at more than 3,000 sites nationally demonstrate for safer schools
School leaders also participate in remembering 17 students slain in Florida.
Linda Jacobson • March 14, 2018 -
Creating schools that 'fit our kids'
Educators release report on practices that support students' social, emotional and academic development.
Linda Jacobson • March 13, 2018 -
In one California district, dual language immersion is 'a pathway to closing the achievement gap'
Students become "language models" for each other in two-way programs.
Linda Jacobson • March 12, 2018 -
Project LIT: How a Nashville educator turned a class project into a nationwide movement
Seeking to address book deserts, English teacher Jarred Amato and his students have inspired the launch of chapters nationwide.
Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018 -
These strategies are driving K-3 literacy efforts
There’s a clear shift in curriculum between 3rd and 4th grade — instead of learning to read, students are expected to start reading to learn.
Jessica Leigh Brown • March 12, 2018 -
Stephenville ISD digital learning director stresses importance of pedagogy in 1:1
Brianna Hodges also says community partnerships were key to expanding web access in the rural Texas community.
Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018 -
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Assessments will be disrupted: Is a performance approach the future of testing?
Discussion at SXSWedu 2018 focuses on push for new testing practices that allow multiple ways for students to demonstrate what they know and can do
Roger Riddell • March 8, 2018 -
Roger Riddell/K-12 Dive
Day 3 at SXSWedu 2018: Media literacy not enough, school-to-prison pipeline disruption
Educators discussed learning games and a student-centered approach in Texas on the third day of the conference.
Roger Riddell • March 7, 2018 -
When teachers have a fear of math, their pupils can absorb the wrong lesson
Helping educators grow more comfortable with math supports students, too.
Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018 -
Dance, drama and mariachi — schools use the arts as a 'turnaround' strategy
Students from more than 40 schools will perform at the Kennedy Center.
Linda Jacobson • March 7, 2018
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